1977: A bystander called it “a slow-motion horror.” The Tribune called it the worst crash in Chicago Transit Authority ...

A woman who was set on fire on a CTA Blue Line train back in November is now out of the hospital.

Bethany MaGee was released from Stroger Hospital after the November attack on the L left her with severe burns.

Editor’s note: The video in the player above is from a previous report. The woman who survived a horrifying attack on a CTA ...

At the dawn of the 20th century, dusk was approaching for the narrow gauge (3 feet or smaller between the rails) fad that ...

The conditions on the Blue Line reflect a systemic problem — and that is the city’s shortage of 24-hour shelters.

A 17-year-old boy was charged Thursday in a shooting that wounded seven teens​ in front of the Chicago Theatre downtown right ...

Chicago helped shape the nation in so many ways, including the pioneering of skyscrapers – the big, beautiful buildings the city of big shoulders introduced to the world.

Illinois features an easygoing destination near a major metro where waterways, wooded preserves, and local traditions create ...

Assistant Opinion Editor George Koutrouvelis chronicles the history of the "L" Brown Line and reflects on his recent experiences riding it.

Step into The Village in Illinois, where handmade pasta, cozy vibes, and a timeless atmosphere make every meal feel like a ...

The building’s owners are betting that hotel-like upgrades, combined with a prime riverfront location, will set it apart in an office market glutted with empty, older buildings.